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...but at this moment, no immediate time to write. i'll be back, over the weekend. i'm working on new jewelry as well - have featured photos of it over on Instagram, for those of you who would like a preview. i was supposed to be in vermont at charlotte and meleen's crafty getaway happily learning how to rug hook, as i write this. i was all neatly packed and scheduled to be with 13 other kindred spirits, gathered 'round to create and learn and visit and enjoy. at the last minute, though, in the wee hours of yesterday morning before i left for the airport in asheville 90 minutes away, mother nature grabbed hold of my plans and threw them to the wind. i'm spending today feeling a little bruised and kicked around, and am headed down to my spot at the branch in the river where a creek joins forces, to see if i can unearth any more magic. maybe i've shown you this wing i literally dug up at the feet of my best friend julie, a week or so ago; maybe i haven't, but it's truly worth a second glance. there was only a 1/2 inch long, 1/4 inch deep sliver peeking up out of the pebbles and sand, and all i saw was a bit of metal that didn't look like the rest of the stones. i flicked it, and when it didn't move, i pulled. up came a cast metal wing. i found other wings that day, shards of fluted glass, pottery pieces with flutes in them as well that remind me of feathers on heavenly creatures. into my gritty pocket they went, and then i discovered this incredible find. lucky me.

well. off i go to water and rocks, hoping that the winds won't be blowing and that the sun will warm my face and back. it's been brutal here - i woke to temperatures hovering at 2 degrees yesterday morning, and was relieved in a sad way when my morning flight to vermont was cancelled and i wasn't forced to get out on treacherous roads that were still completely coated in packed snow and black ice. things do have a way of unfolding for a reason; this much i've experienced to be true.

i'll be back - later today, or tomorrow. all i have to share with you are photos of sticks and leaves in the snow, things like that, and what i'm doing to treasures that i've found at the water's edge.

hope you are all staying warm and cozy and dry. xo

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Anytime you want to get away from the cold weather, you have an open invitation to visit here...South Florida. Amazing findings btw. The kind that causes goose flesh; instantly you realize a profound message lies within.
All blessed! Xo

Posted by: Gloria martin | January 31, 2014 at 01:27 PM

I wish I were with you Nina, your plans sound so peaceful.
Hugs,Diana

Posted by: diana giambrone | January 31, 2014 at 01:29 PM

Peace and light to you . OXOXO Red

Posted by: Red Sandlin | January 31, 2014 at 02:08 PM

it must have been heart aching for you not to go to Vermont! hopefully your heart has settled little bit now...

nature seems to have a sources to send us to places just on a right moment. you there on a river shore, fining these beautiful treasures.

it is a rain storm in here today. probably need to stay inside whole day tomorrow. i find it difficult when the woodland calls and it is my days off from work.

Posted by: delila | January 31, 2014 at 02:09 PM

Hope you found more treasure out there along the waters edge... Mother Nature owes you a consolation prize! xo

Posted by: Sharron | January 31, 2014 at 02:46 PM

Sending love and hugs to you. I'm so sorry you didn't get to Vermont and the class...I know you were looking forward to it so. Every cloud has a silver lining, my friend...sometimes you just have to look extremely hard to find it. Hope you enjoy a warmer, sunnier weekend. xo

Posted by: Tina M. | January 31, 2014 at 04:23 PM

Hoping you find more treasures in your beloved river.

Posted by: Katey | January 31, 2014 at 06:19 PM

How magical to find a wing...

Posted by: Mary | January 31, 2014 at 09:40 PM

It's a Crazy Wild winter, Baaabe! I'm sorry for your cancelation, but most grateful for your safety!
I Love You, XOXO

Posted by: hol | February 01, 2014 at 01:38 AM

What a gorgeous find! I can only imagine how it must have felt uncovering such a beautiful wing but that is the magic that surrounds you Nina. Thank you for sharing your magic with us all =)
Glad to know you are at home safe from icy roads, but as you say, everything happens for a reason and you are being looked after in many ways, by winged souls!

Posted by: Monica aka The Creative Beast | February 01, 2014 at 02:10 AM

Wow! What a treasure not to mention an amazing sign ;)
Missy from the bayou

Posted by: Missy | February 01, 2014 at 09:38 AM

Not sure exactly how you'd find time to hook rugs but I believe nonetheless! Love your river finds - how cool! All I've been focusing on is painting faces, determined to find an original voice. Do love the practice though!
Miss you - xoxoxo

Posted by: patti edmon | February 01, 2014 at 07:46 PM